The Samsung Galaxy Tab is the new competitor to Apple's iPad, not only is it just a competitor it is a strong one because one of its features is that it comes with 2 cameras. Unlike the iPad, the Galaxy Tab is more convenient when it comes to size and it is also Flash compatible. However, while it is meant to be a Notebook alternative, the Tab seems more like a larger Android smart phone. Users can opt for a monthly charges commitment or a two-year contract. In general, the Galaxy Tab is a smaller and lighter iPad alternative but the possible carrier commitments and in-between size could reduce its chances of mass appeal. This is however an uncompromising product that explores new territory both in terms of features and design.
The Tab's screen is a sturdy glossy beauty thanks to the protective layer of Corning Gorilla glass. Underneath it lies a crisp 1,024x600-pixel resolution LCD which is at par with the iPad. However, the pixel density is much tighter since the screen is about half the size. Like the iPad's, the screen uses a capacitative, multitouch technology that outperforms the Archos 7 Home Tablet and the Dell Streak. With a 1.3 MP front facing camera, users can easily take self pictures and video chat as well. Like other Android devices, the search, back, home, and menu buttons are similar and located across the bottom.
One of the significant features of the Tab is that it is smaller, lighter and more convenient than the iPad. It runs on Android 2.2 and like all other Android devices you will have access to the Android Market for the latest applications. Unlocking the touch screen brings up a familiar home screen with a floating Google search bar and dock icons for Web browser, email and other familiar apps such as Qik video chat, Media Hub, the Amazon Kindle e-book reader, Slacker Internet Radio among others. A built-in accelerometer sensor reorients the screen automatically when you hold the Tab in either landscape of portrait view.
The Tab has other features that make it the envy of iPad owners. For instance, it does a superb job as an in-car navigation device since it includes GPS. The included navigation app offers turn-by-turn directions, voice search and points of interest. Moreover, the Tab can play Flash video natively in the browser since it has in-built Adobe Flash 10.1. The results may be a little bit choppy but it's a nice addition. The Tab uses GSM technology for cellular data connection, which is more compatible with cellular networks outside North America.
Media playback performance, pictures, video and audio all work well because of the processing speed it has. Content transferred, whether by microSD or USB, is immediately scanned by the Tab and accessible through the appropriate apps. Other extras such as video bookmarking, audio enhancement settings and mosaic view of video stills all bring out Samsung's creativity on creating portable media players. Movie and video content is available through Samsung's Media Hub, and a wide selection of TV shows is available for download, with content from Comedy Central, MTV, NBC, Warner Brothers and others all priced at $1.99.
The availability of accessories such as a screen protectors, keyboard docks, multimedia desk docks, stands, carry pouch, a case, slip cases, in-car chargers, adapters, clip hangers, batteries others enables users to customize the Tab to their requirements. The Tab has pulled a lot of people who scowled at the iPad's lack of Adobe Flash support, memory expansion, video camera and drag-and-drop file support. While some of its apps such as the calendar, notepad and photo apps look like the iPad's, the Tab is a complete product on its own considering that is only measures 7 inches; half the size of the iPad.
The Tab's screen is a sturdy glossy beauty thanks to the protective layer of Corning Gorilla glass. Underneath it lies a crisp 1,024x600-pixel resolution LCD which is at par with the iPad. However, the pixel density is much tighter since the screen is about half the size. Like the iPad's, the screen uses a capacitative, multitouch technology that outperforms the Archos 7 Home Tablet and the Dell Streak. With a 1.3 MP front facing camera, users can easily take self pictures and video chat as well. Like other Android devices, the search, back, home, and menu buttons are similar and located across the bottom.
One of the significant features of the Tab is that it is smaller, lighter and more convenient than the iPad. It runs on Android 2.2 and like all other Android devices you will have access to the Android Market for the latest applications. Unlocking the touch screen brings up a familiar home screen with a floating Google search bar and dock icons for Web browser, email and other familiar apps such as Qik video chat, Media Hub, the Amazon Kindle e-book reader, Slacker Internet Radio among others. A built-in accelerometer sensor reorients the screen automatically when you hold the Tab in either landscape of portrait view.
The Tab has other features that make it the envy of iPad owners. For instance, it does a superb job as an in-car navigation device since it includes GPS. The included navigation app offers turn-by-turn directions, voice search and points of interest. Moreover, the Tab can play Flash video natively in the browser since it has in-built Adobe Flash 10.1. The results may be a little bit choppy but it's a nice addition. The Tab uses GSM technology for cellular data connection, which is more compatible with cellular networks outside North America.
Media playback performance, pictures, video and audio all work well because of the processing speed it has. Content transferred, whether by microSD or USB, is immediately scanned by the Tab and accessible through the appropriate apps. Other extras such as video bookmarking, audio enhancement settings and mosaic view of video stills all bring out Samsung's creativity on creating portable media players. Movie and video content is available through Samsung's Media Hub, and a wide selection of TV shows is available for download, with content from Comedy Central, MTV, NBC, Warner Brothers and others all priced at $1.99.
The availability of accessories such as a screen protectors, keyboard docks, multimedia desk docks, stands, carry pouch, a case, slip cases, in-car chargers, adapters, clip hangers, batteries others enables users to customize the Tab to their requirements. The Tab has pulled a lot of people who scowled at the iPad's lack of Adobe Flash support, memory expansion, video camera and drag-and-drop file support. While some of its apps such as the calendar, notepad and photo apps look like the iPad's, the Tab is a complete product on its own considering that is only measures 7 inches; half the size of the iPad.
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